Suzuki Gsf1200 Bandit vs Yamaha Fz25
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Gsf1200 Bandit vs Yamaha Fz25. Suzuki Gsf1200 Bandit: 98 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 223 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 225 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Yamaha Fz25: 20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Gsf1200 Bandit
Yamaha Fz25
Horsepower (hp)
98 hp
20.9 hp
Torque (Nm)
107 Nm
20.1 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
225 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
223 kg
153 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
98 hp @ 8,500 rpm
20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
107 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
20.1 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
225 km/h
130 km/h
Weight
223 kg (wet/curb weight)
153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Gsf1200 Bandit
8.0/10
"The best value naked bruiser money can currently buy used."
Pros
+Near-indestructible engine
+Massive usable torque
+Surprisingly competent handling
Cons
−Carbs gum up easily
−Heavy at low speed
−Thirsty at motorway pace
Yamaha Fz25
7.5/10
"A genuinely solid commuter that rewards patient, informed buyers."
Pros
+Reliable fuel-injected engine
+Strong resale value retention
+Low running costs
Cons
−Vibes above 7,000rpm
−Rear suspension often neglected
−Highway cruising feels strained
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